Q. A phytohormone, which increases the production of starch hydrolyzing enzymes during the germination of maize seeds, is employed for the following
A) Increasing the vase-life period of flowers
B) Induction of seedless fruits in grapes
C) Acceleration of ripening of banana fruits
D) Eradication of dicot weeds
Explanation
Gibberellin is a phytohormone, which increases the production of starch hydrolyzing enzymes in germinating maize seeds. It is also responsible for the production of seedless fruit in grapes and tomatoes.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.